Batman Movies

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When Batman first appeared it was in the Superman comics but it didn't take him long to surpass Superman in popularity and get a comic book of his own. With a new Batman movie coming out in 2011 you may just want to brush up on all the older Batman movies of the past. Since the day Batman first arrived, he has gained popularity more and more every year. Batman's first appearance was on the big screen in 1943, since then there's been many different faces to play Batman, stars such as Michael Keaton, Val Kilmer and George Clooney but he's also had a number of animated versions as well. Have a look through here to brush up on the past Batman movies and don't forget to list your favorite Batman movie and what you think is the worst one too.

1943 Batman Serial

Starring Lewis Wilson and Douglas Croft

The first television Batman series was in 1943 and only lasted 15 chapters. It stars Lewis Wilson and Douglas Croft as Batman and Robin, William Austin as Alfred and J. Carrol Naish played Dr Daka the villain. The film's plot dealt with Batman and Robin's struggle against Dr. Daka, a Japanese spy who invented a device that turns people into pseudo-zombies.

Genre:
Action

Directed by:
Lambert Hillyer

Actors:
Lewis Wilson
Douglas Croft
J. Carrol Naish
Shirley Patterson
William Austin



Batman - The Complete 1943 Movie Serial Collection

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1949 Batman and Robin

starring Robert Lowery and Johnny Duncan

The 1949 Batman and Robin television series starred Robert Lowery as Batman, Johnny Duncan as Robin and Eric Wilton as Alfred. The plot dealt with the Dynamic Duo facing off against the Wizard, a hooded villain whose identity remains a mystery throughout the serial until the end.

Genre:
Action

Directed by:
Spencer Gordon Bennet

Actors:
Robert Lowery
Johnny Duncan
Jane Adams
Lyle Talbot
Eric Wilton

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Batman The Movie

starring Adam West and Burt Ward

Batman: The Movie (Special Edition)

When Batman and Robin get a tip that Commodore Schmidlapp is in danger aboard his yacht, they launch a rescue mission using the Batcopter. After a tangle with an exploding shark, Batman and Robin head back to Commissioner Gordon's office where, through deduction and wisdom, they figure out that the tip was a set-up by four of the most powerful villains ever (Joker, Penguin, Riddler and Catwoman), who have united to defeat The Dynamic Duo once and for all.

Genre:
Action

Directed by:
Leslie H. Martinson

Actors:
Adam West
Burt Ward
Alan Napier
Neil Hamilton
Stafford Repp
Lee Meriwether
Cesar Romero
Burgess Meredith
Frank Gorshin





Batman: The Movie [Blu-ray]

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Batman

starring Michael Keaton

Batman (Two-Disc Special Edition)

After witnessing his parents brutal murder as a child, millionaire-philanthropist Bruce Wayne pledges his life to fighting crime disguised as Batman. His long-time nemesis, The Joker, has sinister plans for the citizens of Gotham City. His greed is matched by his obsession with photojournalist Vicki Vale. But Batman is there to counter the Joker's every move. With the fate of Gotham and Vicki in the balance, will good or evil prevail?

Genre:
Action

Directed by:
Tim Burton

Actors:
Michael Keaton
Kim Basinger
Jack Nicholson
Pat Hingle
Michael Gough
Billy Dee Williams





Batman [Blu-ray]

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Batman Returns

starring Michael Keaton

Batman Returns (Two-Disc Special Edition)

Gotham City faces two monstrous criminal menaces: the bizarre, sinister Penguin (Danny DeVito) and the slinky, mysterious Catwoman (Michelle Pfeiffer). Can Batman (Michael Keaton) battle two formidable foes at once? Especially when one wants to be mayor and the other is romantically attracted to Bruce Wayne!

Genre:
Action

Directed by:
Tim Burton

Actors:
Michael Keaton
Michelle Pfeiffer
Danny DeVito
Pat Hingle
Michael Gough
Christopher Walken







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The Adventures Of Batman And Robin

Batman Forever

Starring Val Kilmer and Chris O'Donnell

Batman Forever (Two-Disc Special Edition)

Riddle me this, riddle me that, you'll adventure on the wings of bat! Brace for excitement as Val Kilmer (Batman), Tommy Lee Jones (Two-Face), Jim Carrey (the Riddler), Nicole Kidman (Dr. Chase Meridian) and Chris O'Donnell (Robin) star in the third spectacular film in Warner Bros.' Batman series. Joel Schumacher (The Client) directs and Tim Burton co-produces this thrill-ride of a movie that thunders along on Batmobile, Batwing, Batboat, Batsub and bold heroics.

Genre:
Action

Directed by:
Joel Schumacher

Actors:
Val Kilmer
Chris O'Donnell
Nicole Kidman
Pat Hingle
Michael Gough
Tommy Lee Jones
Jim Carey
Drew Barrymore
Debi Mazar



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Batman and Robin

starring George Clooney, Chris O'Donnell and Alicia Silverstone

Batman & Robin (Two-Disc Special Edition)

George Clooney plays the Dark Knight, facing his deadliest threat yet: cold-hearted Mr. Freeze (Arnold Schwarzenegger) and venemous Poison Ivy (Uma Thurman). Batman has more than Gotham City to protect: the youthful eagerness of crimefighting comrades Robin (Chris O'Donnell) and Batgirl (Alicia Silverstone) puts them frequently in harm's way. New very special effecst include a wild sky-surfing sequence and Mr. Freeze's outrageous arsenal of ice-blasting weapons.

Genre:
Action

Directed by:
Joel Schumacher

Actors:
George Clooney
Chris O'Donnell
Alicia Silverstone
Pat Hingle
Michael Gough
Arnold Schwarzenegger
Uma Thurman





Batman & Robin [Blu-ray]

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The Batman

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Batman Begins

starring Christian Bale

Batman Begins (Limited Edition Gift Set)

Batman Begins explores the origins of the Batman legend and the Dark Knight's emergence as a force for good in Gotham City. In the wake of his parents' murder, disillusioned industrial heir Bruce Wayne (Christian Bale) travels the world seeking the means to fight injustice and turn fear against those who prey on the fearful. He returns to Gotham City and unveils his alter-ego: Batman, a masked crusader who uses his strength, intellect and an array of high tech deceptions to fight the sinister forces that threaten the city.

Genre:
Action

Directed by:
Christopher Nolan

Actors:
Christian Bale
Liam Neeson
Katie Holmes
Gary Oldman
Michael Caine
Ken Watanabe
Morgan Freeman



Batman Begins (Limited Edition Gift Set) [Blu-ray]

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The Dark Knight

starring Christian Bale

The Dark Knight (Two-Disc Special Edition)

With the help of Lt. Jim Gordon and District Attorney Harvey Dent, Batman sets out to destroy organized crime in Gotham City for good. The triumvirate proves effective, but soon find themselves prey to a rising criminal mastermind known as The Joker, who thrusts Gotham into anarchy and forces Batman closer to crossing the fine line between hero and vigilante. Heath Ledger stars as archvillain The Joker, and Aaron Eckhart plays Dent.

Genre:
Action

Directed by:
Christopher Nolan

Actors:
Christian Bale
Aaron Eckhart
Heath Ledger
Gary Oldman
Michael Caine
Maggie Gyllenhaal
Morgan Freeman



The Dark Knight (+ BD Live) [Blu-ray]

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Batman: The Brave and The Bold

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Which Batman Movie Was The Best One And Which One Was The Worst?

Which Batman Movies is the best movie ever.

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The Best Batman Movie

Vincent says:

i think the first one with adam west was the worst but batman begins and the dark knight were the best because the joker and the scarecrow go well together . By lego batman to see what i mean.

azac says:

The Dark Knight

molly6342 says:

For me the best Batman movie has to be the 1989 version with Michael Keaton and Jack Nicholson. Both are excellent actors. I'd love to see Michael Keaton reprise his role as Bruce Wayne/Batman, I think he has the maturity that a new Batman needs.

The Worst Batman Movie

Kackmaster says:

The one with your mama in it...OOOOOO!

azac says:

Batman Forever

molly6342 says:

And I have to say the worst Batman movie for me is the The Dark Knight with Christian Bale and Heath Ledger. Not because they're bad actors but because there's simply way too much violence in it. Batman is suppose to be a comic book character come to live and it should be viewable by children but there's no way I'd ever let my children watch this one with the violence in it.

 

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Drop your own movie review here, let everyone know what your thoughts are on Batman movies in general or if you think there's a different Comic Book Superhero that could kick Batman's backside, well who is it???

  • Rewards4life Oct 8, 2010 @ 11:06 am | delete
    Definitely, The Dark Knight is my favourite of the series. Emotionally elaborate, dark and mysterious, kept me guessing till the end. I really enjoyed your lens, Molly. Well done. =)
  • TheWhistler Mar 5, 2010 @ 11:56 am | delete
    Not a big fan of Batman but you have done a great job with this lens. Thank you.

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